Zachary Lanier
Lawrenceburg,TN
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Guard
Premier Security
Columbia, TN
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
Corrections Officer
Lawrence County Sheriff Department
Lawrenceburg
03.2016 - 11.2023
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Promoted a positive environment for rehabilitation with effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Provided guidance for new staff members as part of an ongoing training program aimed at enhancing overall team performance.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites
- Assisted in recruitment efforts to maintain adequate staffing levels within the department.
- Maintained a secure environment for inmates and staff by closely adhering to established protocols and procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and emerging trends in corrections.
- Ensured safety within the correctional facility by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for inmates attending offsite appointments or transferring to other facilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lawrence County High School
05.2015
Timeline
Security Guard
Premier Security
11.2023 - Current
Corrections Officer
Lawrence County Sheriff Department
03.2016 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Lawrence County High School